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Does it matter if I recycle? So many of us have asked ourselves this question. We’re just one household, right? But if we all take that mentality, where does that leave us as a global community? Climate change, and the state of our collective carbon footprint, should be top of mind for us all, especially […]

Batteries serve every industry in the marketplace, especially manufacturing or service sectors. You’ll find batteries in forklifts, on technician’s benches and in a variety of other applications. Each battery must be serviced on a regular basis so that it can operate with peak power. Entire departments can lose time and money if even one battery […]

Every device today seems to have a battery. That statement isn’t an exaggeration either. In fact, items that don’t appear to have batteries will hide something within a printed circuit board or other component. Discovering dead batteries, from your laptop to a garaged vehicle, is frustrating. You need to jump start those batteries as soon […]

A majority of people know that a car battery is constantly charged by the vehicle’s electrical system. There’s really no reason to pull the battery out for any other purpose. However, car batteries are also used for other purposes outside of a standard vehicle. Knowing how to charge the battery without a charger is the […]

Golf carts zoom about properties across the nation, from gated communities to the actual golf course. They’re perfectly sized for those short trips. As the weather gets colder, however, it’s time to put those small vehicles away. Winterize your golf-cart batteries with help from the experts. It should work like a dream with the right […]

Deep cycle batteries are unique power sources for marine applications. They’re designed to be discharged down to practically no power at all, and then you can charge them back up to a brand-new state. There’s a lot of science that goes into charging a battery so learning how to safely complete this task is paramount. […]

Being tethered to a hard wire in this day and age isn’t what consumers want. In fact, most items are battery powered so that mobile applications are inherent to the product. From cellphones to golf carts, batteries are in nearly every device. What if you need to store them? Follow these battery storage tips so […]

Glistening water with a blue sky is a dream day out on a lake or ocean. You enjoy the great outdoors, but winter’s fury is just around the corner, so now is the time to get ready Whether you’re an experienced captain or new to the boating scene, most vessels are docked or hauled before […]

It doesn’t matter if you got your call last week or 10 years ago –  there’s a battery servicing that engine. It provides enough power for your car’s engine to turn over and roar into life. At some point, the battery will decline and stop working (due to old age, cold weather etc.). Replacing the battery […]

A battery for your car might average $100, but how does that compare to golf cart batteries? So many factors come into play – lifespan, warranties, quality, chemistry. Learn more about the cost and why it’s set within certain ranges – then there won’t be any surprises down the road as a result. The Bottom Line According […]

In the world of battery technologies, the AGM vs. Gel debate is always an interesting one. First, let’s go back to the beginning and understand what we’re dealing with. VRLA Valve Regulated Lead-Acid Batteries, also known as sealed lead-acid batteries, has two subtypes: AGM and Gel. The AGM, or absorbed glass mat batteries, use a technology in […]

It is a question as old as time. The electric mower or the gas-powered mower? There are pros and cons to both, however, the answer to which one is better lies with you! Electric Mower Pros Quiet Low maintenance Great for small lawns Lightweight so anyone can use it Easy to start Environmentally friendly Cons […]